Jacob Coats was a KFYO news anchor and show producer from December 2016 - January 2019 and August 2021-April 2022.
Jacob Coats
Tesla Recall for 579,000 Vehicles for “Boombox” Issue
The recall concerns 579,000 vehicles because a “Boombox” function can play sounds over an external speaker and obscure audible warnings for pedestrians.
Authorities Seize 37 Pounds of Cocaine in Texas Panhandle
The Texas Department of Public Safety seized 37 pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop in Carson County earlier this week.
New Tesla Recall Is Due to ‘Full Self-Driving’ Software Running Stop Signs
Tesla is recalling nearly 54,000 vehicles because their “Full Self-Driving” software lets them roll through stop signs without coming to a complete halt.
Ford Recalls 200,000 Cars Over Brake Light Issue
Ford is recalling about 200,000 cars in the United States to fix a problem that can stop the brake lights from turning off.
Texas’ Safe Outdoor Dogs Act Effective as of January 18th
The Safe Outdoor Dogs Act, a new law that further restricts pet owners from chaining their dogs, goes into effect Tuesday, January 18th.
23 Texas Bills That Were Signed Into Law Go Into Effect on January 1st, 2022
On January 1st, 2022, a total of 23 new bills signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott went into effect.
4.5 Magnitude Earthquake Reported Near Odessa-Midland
The U.S Geological Survey reported a 4.5 magnitude earthquake on Monday, December 27th, near Midland-Odessa.
Texas DPS Releases Annual Crime Report, Overall Crime Down
Even with overall crime on a slight decline, the murder rate nearly tripled, increasing by 180 percent